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Case Discussion on Stroke in Children
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Case Description
Stroke is a condition that is often associated with older adults, but it can also occur in children. A stroke in children occurs when blood flow to the brain is interrupted, causing brain damage. There are two types of stroke in children, ischemic stroke and hemorrhagic stroke. Ischemic stroke is...
Case Summary
- Pediatric stroke is an acute cerebrovascular event occurring in children aged 28 days to 18 years. It includes arterial ischemic stroke (AIS), venous sinus thrombosis, and hemorrhagic stroke (non-traumatic intracerebral hemorrhage or subarachnoid hemorrhage), and presents with nonspecific symptoms, mandating neuroimaging for diagnosis.
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Dr. Bharat Parmar
Professor And Head of Pediatrics at Zydus Medical College, Civil HospitalDr. Bharat Parmar is a distinguished pediatrician and academician with extensive expertise in child healthcare, pediatric education, and clinical pediatrics. He serves as the Professor and Head of the Department of Pediatrics at Zydus Medical College and Civil Hospital. Dr. Parmar is known for his contributions to pediatric care, medical teaching, and advancing evidence-based practices in child health and neonatal care.
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